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WildlifeComputers.com+1 (425) 881-3048
8310 154th Ave NE, Suite 150
Redmond, WA, 98052 USA

SPOT PRODUCT SHEETSPOT tags are highly versatile, cost-effective satellite
transmitting tags designed for tracking horizontal
movements of free-ranging marine animals.

Available Data Products
SPOT Tags

When at the surface, SPOT tags send out shortArgos Locationstransmissions to the Argos satellite system.
Consecutive transmissions received in a single satellite Time-At-Temperature Histogram (TAT)
pass are used to calculate the location of thePercent-Dry Timelinetransmitter. Locations are available in near-real timewith accuracies as high as 250 meters. Global coverageby the Argos system allows animals to be tracked over long
distances and in remote areas. Wildlife Computers SPOT tags
are widely used and are one of the most published-on marine
satellite tracking tags on the market.
A SPOT tag works best for marine animals that routinely
spend time at the surface like sharks, albatross, penguins, sea
turtles, pinnipeds, and cetaceans.

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Model: SPOT-387

SPOT tags come in a variety of shapes and sizes for a varietyof attachments. We have, or can create, a solution that works
best for your research animal.

Model: SPOT-317

Model: SPOT-365
Model: SPOT-380© Wildlife Computers. All rights reserved.

Model: SPOT-425

This is a small representation of our available tags.
Tag features and specifications subject to change without notice.

SPOT – CONTINUEDOTHER KEY FEATURES AVAILABLE IN SPOT CONFIGURATIONSSpecialized Shapes and Attachments—the biggest differentiator of our SPOT tags is the variety ofshapes and sizes—over 50 different configurations. There are a variety of attachment options includingback mount, fin mount, flipper mount, float mount, AUV mount, towed, transdermal, and anchored.
Recovery Pinger—SPOT tags are equipped with a UHF pinger. This optional pinger can be enabled tosend out low-power, unmodulated “pings” while the tag is at the surface. Tags and animals can then belocated and actively tracked using a directional antenna and receiver.
Highly Customizable Data Collection and Transmitting Schedule—researchers can customizeand prioritize data transmissions to capture the information that is most important for the project.
Deployments can be tailored to address unique experimental objectives. Flexible transmission schedules
provide the ability to extend the life of the tag by focusing on specific seasons or times of the year andoptimizing transmissions for when satellites are in view.
The Portal Advantage—SPOT tags are supported by the Wildlife Computers Data Portal, a collection ofdata management tools and services. Developed specifically for the display and investigation of data from
Wildlife Computers tags, the data portal streamlines the processes of acquiring, preserving, and sharing
data. The portal has tools to program the tags and collect, prepare, analyze, and present the data returned
via Argos. Data are easily sorted, filtered, searched, mapped, and shared. You can see a live map of yourtracks, with positions color-coded by the time since deployment. You can also set up a live KMZ to view
your data in your own visualization browser.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Sensors
Pressure Rating (m)Operating Frequency
Temperature Sensor Range
Temperature Sensor Resolution
Optimal Storage Temperature Range
Conductivity (Wet/Dry) Operational Limits
Length (mm), Diameter (mm), Weight (g)Maximum Deployment Length

Temperature, Wet/Dry
2000 meters for most shapes
401.678 MHz-40° C to 60° C
0.05° C
0° C to 5° C
0.1 to 5 S/m*****

* Conductivity Operational Limits can be customized for freshwater applications. Please contact Wildlife Computers tolearn more.
** Specification is dependent upon the configuration model. You can see different SPOT configurations on
WildlifeComputers.com

To Learn More Call: +1 (425) 881-3048 or Email: tags@wildlifecomputers.com© Wildlife Computers. All rights reserved.

This is a small representation of our available tags.
Tag features and specifications subject to change without notice.